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Cooling centers and hydration stations around NE Kansas
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Several areas around Northeast Kansas host cooling and hydration stations to help keep the community cool during the blazing temperatures. The following locations are available for cooling and hydration:. Cooling Centers. Shawnee County. Shawnee County Parks + Recreation officials said with heat indexes predicted to exceed...
Sundown Salute still planning for the future
The organizers of Sundown Salute do not intend to have the celebration Labor Day weekend in Junction City as originally hoped. The chairman for Sundown Salute this year, Charles Stimatze, confirmed that future events are however, still being planned. In the past Sundown Salute was traditionally a Fourth of July...
First Look at Oh K-Dog & Egg Toast
August 1 is the opening day for Oh K-Dog & Egg Toast. The new restaurant at Eastgate Plaza at 8131 E. Kellogg Dr. serves namesake dishes such as Korean corn dogs and egg toast along with mochi donuts, Korean spicy rice cakes, tteokbokki, and smoothies. ===========. 8131 E Kellogg Dr.,...
Kansas work crews push through heat wave to complete road work projects
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Workers are braving the heat to get their jobs done in northeast Kansas as temperatures skyrocket. Despite intense heat across much of Kansas, work must continue on various projects outside in the waning days of summer. Precautions are being taken though to ensure these work crews are safe amid the current heat […]
Phillips County Health Systems lab director receives Kansas Hospital Association award
The Kansas Hospital Association's Heart of Health Care Worker Award highlights hospital employees who have made a significant contribution to the betterment of their hospital. These individuals are nominated for this award because they routinely go above and beyond the call of duty. Becky Levin, laboratory director at Phillips County...
SLI stirs early excitement for Festival of Trees with 'Christmas in July'
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A Topeka non-profit is helping people get into the giving spirit a little early this year. SLI celebrated ‘Christmas in July’ Tuesday afternoon, welcoming interested volunteers and sponsors for its Festival of Trees to some fun games and information. The two-week festival features designed...
Severe Storm Risk This Evening
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - One more day of intense heat with highs near if not exceeding 100° before a cold front tonight brings relief in not only temperatures but humidity as well to end the work week. There also remains a risk for storms tonight that may be severe however there remains uncertainty with specific details so make sure you’re checking back through the day for updates.
Station 9 3/4 ready to cast spell over Topeka’s Great Overland Station
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Get ready to wave your wands and join the world of fantasy and magic. Shawnee Co. Parks + Recreation is bringing Station 9 3/4 to life at Topeka’s Great Overland Station. It’s the third year for the event. Mark Arganbright with Shawnee Co. Parks...
Touch of Life Raising Money for Roof Replacement
Touch of Life Ministries in Coffeyville is raising money to replace the roof of their building. Operator Alicia Melton says they are needing to raise $10,000 for the project. Touch of Life Ministries has already raised $3,000 of their $10,000 goal. Last winter, they opened up a warming center in Coffeyville and Melton says with a fixed roof they would be able to offer more.
New Saline County tag office hours begin Thursday
The Saline County Tag Office announces new operating hours, effective August 1, aimed at relieving long lines resulting from the closure of the south office. : Saline County announces closure of Satellite Tag Office. These changes are designed to provide more flexible and convenient options for residents needing to renew...
‘A little explosion of growth,’ Emporia welcomes multiple new stores
EMPORIA (KSNT) – Multiple new stores are coming to Emporia in the fall of 2024. Emporia residents can expect a new Ulta Beauty, Old Navy and Five Below to open in the near future. The three stores will be add-ons to the Emporia Pavilion, which has been steadily growing since building a Hobby Lobby back […]
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